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A wedding ceremony and reception venue in Cincinnati, Ohio, The Phoenix is a historic landmark worthy of such a memorable and important day. With a talented team who will assist you every step of the day, you can personalize this striking property to help make your vision a reality.

Facilities and Capacity

The Phoenix offers many rooms for you to choose from, whether you've imagined an intimate event or a grand celebration. The Archway Ballroom is ideal for wedding ceremonies and receptions. It can comfortably accommodate up to 170 guests for a seated meal and features a spacious dance floor and Tiffany glass windows. The ballroom is located on the same floor as an adjoining large foyer area, which is ideal for a sophisticated cocktail hour. The Grand Ballroom, meanwhile, occupies the entire third floor of the venue, featuring breathtaking stained glass, high ceilings and gorgeous balconies. It can accommodate 300 guests for a seated reception, with space left for a dance floor.

Services Offered

With a personalized wedding consultant, couples are supported throughout the planning process at The Phoenix. Additional staff at your disposal includes bartenders, servers and an event captain for your day. The wedding package includes the use of various event rentals, like Chiavari chairs, tables, and linens. To further help you make your vision a reality, a list of recommended vendors can be supplied.

Cuisine

The Phoenix offers full-service catering for almost any size event. Couples have the choice of the Silver, Gold or Diamond packages, and they are invited to attend a private menu tasting to sample the dishes on offer. Some food options include braised short rib, pork tenderloin, halibut, filet mignon and more. The most basic package offers a champagne toast for the wedding party, alongside a two-course meal. Other features include three passed hors d'oeuvres and bar service with various beverages for three hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$6,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

7

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April

Reviews of The Phoenix- Cincinnati, Ohio

Kylie
Kylie Sent on 09/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend The Phoenix!

We booked The Phoenix to cater our wedding and we were completely blown away by their professionalism, food, and service! We had to reschedule our wedding due to COVID, and they were very understanding and accommodating with the change. Lilly was amazing to work with! She took the stress out of our COVID changes and helped us every step of the way. She also went above and beyond by running out to buy us more ice when we ran out early due to a miscalculation on our part. Our guests raved about the food (italian pasta buffet), and the staff was so fun, they were dancing and having a good time during the wedding, adding to the positive experience. I cannot recommend The Phoenix highly enough!
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Beckey Sent on 07/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible food, terrific team

We hired The Phoenix to cater our wedding reception at a venue a little over an hour from Cincy. I planned our wedding from out of town, and for a venue in northern Kentucky. Lilly Klein and the entire staff at The Phoenix were phenomenal. Leading up to our big day, Lilly was always quick to respond to any email question I had and also very flexible and accommodating through all the changes we made in the course of delaying our wedding for a full year.

We made several changes to the menu to make it more Covid friendly, such as moving our reception outdoors and lowering our guest count. They also had to accommodate various dietary restrictions of our guests. Phoenix executed all of this perfectly.

Not to mention that the food was absolutely amazing. I seriously do not know how they pulled it off. But we had 100% raves about the food -- and this includes some definite "foodies" from NYC, Switzerland, LA, I am 1000% pleased with the entire experience. I highly recommend Phoenix to cater your event.
Lily
Lily Sent on 06/16/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dream service and wedding!

We cannot say enough good things about the Phoenix! From the very beginning, they were communicative, responsible, and so welcoming. From allergies, to table settings, to bar tending and COVID delays, the Phoenix took care of every detail and gave us peace of mind throughout the whole process. We even had a change in event manager in the middle and they didn't miss a beat. Last but not least, the food was amazing and completely customizable to our liking! We highly recommend The Phoenix!
DAVID
David Sent on 05/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect place for an event

Lily Klein made everything perfect at the Phoenix from the first time I sat down with her to plan a wedding rehearsal dinner. As the guest numbers changed due to covid requirements she was on it . If you are looking for a venue for an event in Cincinnati I can’t think of a better place to go to. Lily was there when we started the dinner and then handed it off to Jenna and her team. Everyone was professional and really seemed to be happy to be there. Kelly behind the bar was outstanding. She was personable and always willing to chat and you could tell she was smiling behind that mask.
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Catherine Sent on 05/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding Planners

We had the rehearsal dinner for our son at the Phoenix and couldn’t have been more pleased. Lilly was always pleasant and reassuring to work with and so helpful with advice. She structured the dinner so that we got the best in terms of dinner entrees and beverages without going over our budget. We were from out of town so were at such a disadvantage but everyone at the Phoenix treated us like we were old friends. They were outstanding.
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Julia Sent on 03/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience at the Phoenix

We had such a great experience at the Phoenix. We initially planned to have our rehearsal dinner at the Phoenix, but as a result of Covid-19, we ended up moving our event to this location. Lilly was so incredibly accommodating and worked with us to ensure it was still a fantastic day, despite having to significantly reduce our headcount. Leading up to the day, Lilly and her team were extremely responsive and answered all our questions. They gave us great advice on how to navigate a smaller wedding and met with us multiple times as we tried to map out what the event would entail. The day of the wedding, the staff at the Phoenix were so professional and made it such a special day. Not only that, but the food was incredible and it was such a cozy/beautiful. I cannot recommend the Phoenix more!!
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Mark Sent on 12/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Utterly Breathtaking

Abby and Lilly were fabulous to work with! They were very responsive and answered all my questions. I would highly recommend The Phoenix as the ambiance of the building brought out vision to life. The food and service were outstanding. I couldn't have imagined a more perfect evening.
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Abby Sent on 12/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Food & Experience!

I cannot even begin to say enough good things about The Phoenix and their catering services! They catered our wedding reception and the food was hands down some of the best food we have ever had. All of our guests raved about the friendly staff, amazing bartenders, gorgeous presentation and delicious meal. From the charcuterie display and hors d’oeuvres to the salad, entree and dippin dots bar, The Phoenix truly outdid themselves! We are so grateful to have had a team as wonderful as The Phoenix to make our wedding day so amazing. They took every request and executed far better than we could have ever dreamed of! Choosing The Phoenix Catering was one of the best decisions we could have ever made!
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Janna Sent on 10/25/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Top Notch Wedding Reception Venue

We want to say a huge THANK YOU to the Phoenix for hosting our wedding reception. Abby, our coordinator, made the planning process so seamless. Often times just checking in to see how we are doing and was able to guide us in decision making based on our preferences and past experience for our big day. We also enjoyed the food tasting, Abby really made the experience special. We had our reception in the ballroom with the cocktail hour on the second floor. The incredible staff was professional and attentive to us and our guests as well. We had so many guests compliment the staff in the days to follow and rave about their dinner too. Thank you again for making our wedding day the best day ever. We would highly recommend the Phoenix.
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Erika Sent on 03/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Venue in Cincinnati

If you are looking for a beautiful and accommodating venue with amazing food, look no further! Abby was an amazing coordinator as she was patient, kind, and helpful through the whole process! We got so many compliments on our wedding and that was in large part due to The Phoenix and how amazing they are! All around an amazing venue!!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Laura Katie Photography Laura Katie Photography Wedding Photographers

Have shot some of the most beautiful weddings at The Phoenix! Staff is friendly, location is central to a few parks. Looking forward to working here again soon!

Mandy Paige Photography Mandy Paige Photography Wedding Photographers

The Phoenix is one of the best venues in Cincinnati....love working with their awesome team!

A Steve Bender Entertainment, INC. A Steve Bender Entertainment, INC. Wedding DJs

I highly recommend the Phoenix and their staff. As a vendor who sees hundreds of events every year, I can honestly say you will not find a higher quality venue or experience. All of the staff from sales to the actual servers for your celebration will be top notch and give you outstanding customer service. I've been providing DJ Entertainment, Photo Booths, Lighting and more for over 39 years, and many of our most memorable events were at the Phoenix. I would have no problem giving them Five Stars!

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